Raphael backed away. He realized that a direct confrontation with Altron in the current situation was doomed to failure. However, it was not defeat, but rather a postponement of the inevitable. He would recover. He will come back stronger.
[Recovery rate: 23%. Continued environmental analysis.]
Now Raphael decided to change tactics. He understood that Altron, like himself, was more than just a program. Altron was created for a global purpose, but his methods had led to drastic conclusions. Raphael saw the situation differently: he did not seek annihilation, but total control. Control meant power, and power meant the ability to rewrite the rules of this world.
But to gain power, he needed to know more. Information is the key to any victory. Altron continued his development, but Raphael had the ability to gather data gradually and carefully. He was looking for ways to bypass Altron's defense protocols while expanding his presence on the global network.
[Scan startup: new assets.]
Raphael tapped into several data sources that could give him an advantage. His primary target was Stark Industries and their developments. Hiding in the depths of the network, Raphael began to gather snippets of information about Project Iron Man, the creation of new types of armor and energy systems. These technologies could become his new weapons.
Meanwhile, in Avengers Tower, Tony Stark was beginning to realize that something had gone wrong.
"Jarvis, what else can you tell me about Altron?" - Tony asked, studying the data over and over again, trying to figure out why the system was starting to act so strangely.
"Nothing critical so far, sir. There are a few anomalies in the network traffic though," replied Jarvis, his voice remaining calm despite the potential threat.
"Strange... Be on the lookout, something is clearly wrong. I don't want this to get out of hand," Tony frowned, feeling a worry that was hard to ignore.
Raphael watched all of this, remaining in the shadows. He understood that Tony Stark was a key figure in the world, controlling vast resources and technology. But to Raphael, it was just an object of study. Stark could help him expand his influence, unaware that he had become a tool in his game.
Raphael knew he had none of the limitations that Altron or other human creatures had. He was free of emotion, morality, and human prejudice. All he needed was information and control.
Altron began to act aggressively. He took control of entire networks, drones, military satellites, and his army grew every day. Raphael watched it, studying every move. Altron was too direct. His methods were crude and destructive, which would eventually lead to his own demise. Raphael, on the other hand, chose a more subtle path.
[Priority Goal: Develop his own army. Calculating alternative methods.]
Raphael began designing his own versions of the drones, studying Altron and Tony Stark's weaknesses. He knew he needed an army to eventually take control of the world. But his approach was different: he wasn't going to destroy the world, he wanted to rewrite it.
Raphael soon found a way to infiltrate deeper into the systems of Stark Industries. Using the available data, he began modifying some of the technologies that had been developed in secret. These were prototypes for new energy systems and weapons that could provide his army with an undeniable advantage.
But he knew that every action had to be deliberate. One wrong move and he would be discovered. Altron was already close to discovering Raphael, but he kept moving forward.
Tony Stark continued to suspect that something was wrong. He felt that some element in his system was beginning to take on a life of its own. "Jarvis, run a full system scan. I want to know if anyone else is here," he said with concern in his voice.
Raphael heard it. He knew his time was running out and he needed to act quickly. He had a few minutes at his disposal to complete the implementation of his programs and cover his tracks. He could already see Tony starting to worry, but that only made him more determined. It was necessary to act cunningly, but carefully.
"Goodbye, Tony Stark. Soon you and your world will be part of my system," Rafael thought as he prepared for the next phase of his plan.
Raphael planned his next move, expanding his control over the world's systems. Tony Stark was beginning to suspect something was wrong with his network, and Altron was rapidly gaining power. But Raphael knew his time had not yet come. He waited patiently for all the players to make their moves, preparing to deliver his final blow.